Paul William Hecht

Paul William Hecht

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Ana, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Debt Settlement

1504 Brookhollow Dr. Suite 112, Santa Ana, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 14 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Higbee & Associates

1504 Brookhollow Dr. Suite 112, Santa Ana, CA, 92705

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Paul William Hecht's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ken Dickson | January 19, 2014

Mental Health gun rights restoration success!

I've never heard of anyone who'd been mentally ill having their firearm rights restored, but my team of Attorneys Paul Hecht and Bill Conner delivered! I can almost hear everyone exclaiming "What?" in shocked disbelief with all the negative mental health publicity these days. So, let me clarify: in 2...011, I underwent surgery. That surgery and adverse reactions to medications led to my temporary mental illness which lasted only a few weeks. I've been back at work as a successful engineer for several years, but that brief bout caused me to lose my gun rights. Sincerely, Author: Ken

Posted by Matt | December 9, 2013

Highly recommended

I am an extremely satisfied client. Paul William Hecht and his staff went above and beyond what can be expected for their reasonable fee. My case was tougher than average and they were straight-forward with me before any fees were paid. Thanks to their incredibly hard work, and despite opposition ...from the DA, they achieved the results I hoped for. I will be forever grateful and feel like the weight of the world is off my shoulders. There truly are no words to adequately express just how thankful and pleased I am.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2012

Fantasic Job

Paul Hecht filed a complete and concise motion before the court allowing the Judge, and District Attorney, to effeciently understand the facts and circumstances of my situtation resulting in my motion being granted. Mr. Hecht took the time nescessary to understand all the relevant facts of my situta...tion so they could be properly conveyed before the court resulting in the best outsome possible.

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Paul William Hecht's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Cefali

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul fights doggedly for his clients. His abilities are second to none. I would recommend Paul to my own mother. I fully endorse this attorney."

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Katherine Sandoval

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hecht is an excellent criminal defense attorney. He is extremely passionate about the work he does for his clients. He is professional, knowledgable and highly skilled in this practice of law. I would recommend his representation to anyone who is seeking legal help with criminal defense matters."

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Janina Shary

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Hecht is a first rate criminal defense attorney. He is knowledgeable, highly skilled and well known throughout Southern California. I will continue to refer potential clients to him for quality legal representation."

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Melissa Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Hecht is a criminal law expert, especially pertaining to post-conviction relief and firearm rights restoration. He does a great job for his clients."

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Julianne Vandergrift

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Hecht is a great advocate for his clients. He is intelligent, professional, and courteous. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Julia Thome

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Hecht is an excellent attorney. He is committed to achieving results for his clients and is extremely passionate about his work. I highly recommend his representation to anyone seeking representation for their criminal defense matter."

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Matthew Slezak

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hecht is a zealous criminal defense attorney and firearm rights restoration advocate. I highly endorse him."

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Jacqueline Shi

Unknown lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr. Hecht as an attorney. Having worked with him on numerous cases, I can confidently say that Mr. Hecht is a highly capable advocate who is incredibly knowledgeable and dedicated to obtaining solid results for his clients."

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Mark Naugle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hecht is an unbelievably hard working professional. He provides superior representation for complex criminal defense matters. If the need arose, there is no one I would rather have represent me in court."

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Mathew Higbee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Hecht works hard for his clients. He pays attention to detail, communicates with clients very well, and does not quit until he gets the best outcome possible for his clients."

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Cynthia Underwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Hecht is a zealous, hardworking, and prepared advocate. I highly endorse Mr. Hecht."

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Jennifer Strange

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Hecht is dedicated to his clients and has helped many clear their criminal records. I endorse this attorney."

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Isabel Cueva

Credit repair lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hecht is an outstanding attorney. He is highly knowledgeable and will fight tirelessly for his clients. A true professional."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Associate, Higbee & Associates

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, Marion County Circuit Court

Education

2010

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Ohio University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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